θ-10 Come one, come all!

[bit_impossible]

[As soon as the sun as set, Doctor John Smith is up in a grassy area somewhere off near the malt shop, with a peculiar setup before him. But...those who know a thing or two about pyrotechnics will know exactly what he's about to do.]

[He turns his CAT on, a big, broad and excited grin on his face]

Hellooooooooooooo Luministi!!! It's that time of year again, and as always, the Mayor has asked me to kick off the celebration with a little display. [there's a mischievous twinkle in her eye] Not even Soph knows what I've got planned this year, so! I think it's about time I show you!

[He shuts the CAT off, and there is nothing for a few moments...

...but then, there's a high-pitched whine followed by an explosion of colour! One after another, fireworks shoot up into the air, and the good doc has not skimped on them. There are ones that change colors, shoot up into different formations, some that even transform from one shape to another.

The display will go on for a good hour, but while those are going on, the festivities have officially started! Parties in the town square with food, game, and drinking booths will go on. The rides are up in full force. There's even dancing going on in the southern shopping plaza area as well as the botanical gardens. Everything the mayor mentioned and more is there for everyone to partake in.]


[ooc: And here's the party post, everyone! Threadhop and stuff as you want! I'll leave it up to you guys to form threads based on location or event. But have fun! I'll tag in when I can! (And if anyone wants to direct tags to Ten, please say so in the subject line so I can see them!]

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[chainsawspistice]

[Mu's booth is currently being tended to by one luminescent Kanaya Maryam. The booth has a number of eye-catching jewelry and accessories on display, begging to be examined up close. Meanwhile, Kanaya is watching the festivities float on by from her place behind the counter, perking whenever a potential customer comes near and dimming when they drift away.

Either way, anyone looking for her should be able to pick out her soft glow in the dark.]

[terezi_pyrope]

[hi miss lightbulb vampire, do you need to make sure someone checks if your screws aren't loose?

hmm, naturally, terezi begins to examine the jewelry up close. only the red ones though, and she maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay have licked one of them. maybe.]

Hi Kanaya! Have any luck so far?

[chainsawspistice]

Don't lick the merchandise. [She's poised to tongueblock any more attempts!!]

And yeah, business has been pretty good. A lot of gifts for dates, I think.

[terezi_pyrope]

What merchandise? I see no merchandise!

[booooooo.]

Gifts for dates, huh? Does that mean Hawk or Fuu stopped by? Serket too?

[chainsawspistice]

But you tasted it. [Don't try to be sneaky with her!!]

None of them, yet. Are they all on dates? [Including Vriska...?]

[manicurious]

[Naturally, Ichijou can't resist the allure of sparkly things, and neither can he resist looking for Mu. His niece's (well, nephew to most people, but in actuality Ichijou views Xion more like a daughter than anything) pleasant glowing friend is acceptable too.

He sashays over and leans on the counter, taking up entirely too much room.]

Does he really have you working during the festival?

[And clicks his tongue in disapproval.]

I do hope you're getting paid a nice bonus for that.

[chainsawspistice]

[Xion's uncle... She attempts to look around him and see if he's blocking anyone, but mostly fails.]

I don't mind. [Then she brightens.] Besides, he's letting me sell my own things too.

[manicurious]

Ah, is that so? I suppose I would've done the same thing at your age, though that's mostly because I didn't have many friends.

Are you at least working in shifts? I'd feel terrible if you were stuck in that little box for such a long time, especially since I know that you have friends you could be having fun with. They'll probably miss you too, if they don't happen to make their way over here for a visit.

Though I'll say that this display would be missing something if you had the chance to wander off since these lovely jewels reflect the glow of your skin quite nicely.

[chainsawspistice]

[The problem with having white skin is that it's hard to hide your blush, no matter how faint it is.] Thanks for saying that, it's nice of you.

Mister Mu switches with me when he can, but I don't think he likes the crowds. Besides, I like being helpful and meeting new people, so it works out.

Are you here with Xion?

[bit_impossible]

[once the fireworks have ceased, Doctor John Smith, makes his way past all the booths, but the soft glow does catch his eye] Hullo there! [of course, the shiny bits and bobs also catch his eye.] What have we got here, then, eh? [he smiles warmly, eagerly awaiting her answer]

1/2

[chainsawspistice]

[This level of cheer is... unanticipated.]

2/2

[chainsawspistice]

[But hey, interest is interest. The booth is decked out with earrings, bracelets, charms, scarves, you name it.]

We have jewelry, accessories, and some clothing, too. All of our items are handmade, so you won't find them anywhere else. And they make nice gifts. Are you looking for anything in particular? [Has she been rehearsing this? Why, yes she has.]

[bit_impossible]

[this level of enthusiasm is frighteningly normal for him. bask in it~]

All handmade, eh? Did you make all these yourself? [begins looking at the bracelets.]

[chainsawspistice]

[scream]

I only made a few things. Aries Mu made the vast majority -- this is his booth. He's very good at his craft, if I may say so.

[desertdaggers]

[…he's almost certainly trying to see if he can keep getting her to do the glowing and dimming thing. He's sort of trying not to be too obvious about it, but…]

[chainsawspistice]

[Wow, she knows who you are!! When she realizes that it's just Hawk, she simmers down to a standard "what are you doing" dullness and staaares. The jig is up, mister.]

[desertdaggers]

[and aren't you glad you do? Hawk stops once he realises she's realises what he's up to, and grins at her.] Hey! So how's business?

[fortune_sought]

[Sophie stops by the booth, looking over the jewelery with a professional eye] Goodness, I think you've outdone yourselves this year. Which of these are yours? [she picks up a necklace with a stone of lapis lazuli to take a closer look]

[chainsawspistice]

[Hell yiss, compliments.]

Mr. Mu made that one out of a new shipment of lapis. I think he did a great job with it.

[She gestures to a few pieces on the table.] I'm still learning from Mr. Mu, so I only made a few things myself. Oh, and these, too. [She points to a couple of displays behind her, including a skirt and dress.]

[fortune_sought]

[Sophie holds onto the necklace but turns her attention to those pieces] Oh! You've improved quite a bit since last year. The scarf and dress especially are very well done. [she looks over the bows, considering a blue one. she picks it up] How much for the bow and the necklace?

[ooc: I'm happy to skip specific numbers, but the question seemed natural, so do with that as you like?]

[lamb_of_gold]

[Mu actually puts in an appearance about 15 minutes after the fireworks, with a thermos bag over one shoulder, and a box full of replacements for the display.]

I thought you might appreciate a hot meal by now. How have things been?

[chainsawspistice]

[Why hello, boss. Kanaya stands aside and makes room for the new arrivals.]

There's been interest, but it's still early. Someone complimented you on your work this year.

[lamb_of_gold]

[Mu arranges the new things in the empty spaces left by sales and the like, and hangs some bigger items in the back. The Thermos bag, if Kanaya chooses to look, has some hot goodies like stir fried veggies, a thermos of soup and the like, as well as some fruit.]

Oh? I do hope they saved some compliments for you as well.

[worldsapart]

[Mu's booth is one that Xion actively seeks out. How could she not?]

Hey, Kanaya! How's booth duty going?

[chainsawspistice]

[Oh, a familiar face.]

Hi, Xion. It's been better than I expected. Your uncle came by earlier, too.